Love arrives by letter.
Friendship & Pen Pals
33, recently moved for work and knows no one. Seeks pen pals for restaurant recommendations, hiking tips and honest conversation. Friendship only.
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Portland, OR. Enjoys gardening, letters and thoughtful conversation. Friendship first; open to something lasting. Any age 50+.
Read Box 1174 — Seeking a Kind Heart ›Omaha, NE. 68, philatelist, widower, tireless letter-writer. Seeks pen pals of any persuasion who enjoy history, geography and postmarks.
Read Box 1337 — Stamp Collector Seeks Same ›Des Moines, IA. Retired cook, 74, will trade one family recipe per letter. Seeks correspondents with good stories and better pound cake.
Read Box 1352 — Recipe Swap ›Lansing, MI. 70, gentleman, friendship only. Seeks opponents for correspondence chess — one move per letter, conversation optional but encouraged.
Read Box 1355 — Chess by Mail ›